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How do I obtain first time vehicle registration in Idaho? Idaho
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Perhaps the most important aspect to consider is that you'll need to get a vehicle title before you can register your car in Idaho.
But, you're allowed to apply for your vehicle registration right after applying for your title; both transactions take place at a county assessor's office.
Just a note: If you purchase a car through an Idaho dealer, the dealer will handle the title transaction.
You'll also need to make a decision on what license plates you want. Many varieties of standard plates are available at the county assessor's office, while specialty plates need to be ordered by mail or fax. Talk to your county assessor's agent for more information.
And, even in those cases, there are plenty of exceptions. For instance, your car must be at least several years old to be required for testing. And, hybrid and electric cars are exempted.
See the Ada and Canyon County smog/emissions inspection sites for details.
Have another question about registering your car? Call the DMV at (208) 334-8649.
But, you're allowed to apply for your vehicle registration right after applying for your title; both transactions take place at a county assessor's office.
Just a note: If you purchase a car through an Idaho dealer, the dealer will handle the title transaction.
ID Vehicle Registration Steps
- Go to your county assessor's office.
- Bring acceptable personal identification (such as your driver's license or state ID card) along with proof of your physical and mailing address.
- Apply for a vehicle title (if this hasn't already been done).
- Apply for a car registration.
- Pay the applicable fees.
You'll also need to make a decision on what license plates you want. Many varieties of standard plates are available at the county assessor's office, while specialty plates need to be ordered by mail or fax. Talk to your county assessor's agent for more information.
What About an Emissions Inspection?
Currently, only those who have a car registered in Ada or Canyon County need to deal with a smog check or emissions testing to renew their registration.And, even in those cases, there are plenty of exceptions. For instance, your car must be at least several years old to be required for testing. And, hybrid and electric cars are exempted.
See the Ada and Canyon County smog/emissions inspection sites for details.
New Residents
Relocating to Idaho? Be sure to get an Idaho title and registration for your car within 90 days of your move.Other Register Car Issues
Have another question about registering your car? Call the DMV at (208) 334-8649.
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